In the late summer of 2024, we began a partnership with the International Rescue Committee to help State Department vetted refugee families and individuals move into their first homes on US soil. Over the course of 6 months, we furnished and set up 9 apartments or townhouses with beds, tables, chairs, sofas, various household items and fully stocked pantries and refrigerators. In a very short time, we have built a considerable team of volunteers who have gotten involved with this ministry with their donations, hearts and labor. Recent actions by the US government have greatly curtailed the efforts of the IRC and other similar non-profits in their work of welcoming and supporting refugees. We are continuing to respond to the most urgent needs of recently resettled refugees (food, clothing, shoes, transportation, job connections) on a case by basis.
OUR NEXT MOVE-IN
On Wednesday, May 7* (date may be subject to change), we will be helping a refugee family from Afghanistan of 8 relocate to a new apartment in Baltimore after a fire forced them out of their home. Click on the Sign-Up Genius link if you can provide some of the household items needed and contact Heather Kraus to volunteer with the move-in itself. Thanks as always for your engagement and compassion.